Chill with Windhoek Express
Currently running• An exhibition by Petrus Amuthenu and Frans Uunona can be viewed at the Arts Association (122 Robert Mugabe Ave) until 3 November.
• The Source – a solo exhibition by Tity Kalala Tshilumba – at the National Art Gallery can be viewed until 5 November.
• New beginnings - an exhibition by College of the Arts graduates can be viewed at the National Art Gallery until 5 November.
• Ndako Nghipandulwa’s first solo exhibition Just Because can be viewed at The Project Room until 5 November.
• The annual Windhoek Christmas Village takes place at Wanderers in Windhoek until 5 November. Info: WhatsApp 081 563 4431.
Thursday 3 November
• 10:00 The ever-popular Kasi Vibe Festival (Vol 11) opens at the Sam Nujoma stadium and continues until Sunday. Info: 081 309 2315 or [email protected]
• 10:00 The annual Tourism Expo takes place at the SKW in Windhoek and continues until Saturday at 22:00. Tickets via eticket.my.na
• 18:00 Willem Botha make-up masterclass at Droombos. Tickets: N$500 via quicket.co.za
Friday 4 November
• 18:00 Triple III - an exhibition by Alpheus Mvula opens at the Franco Namibian Cultural Centre and can be viewed until the 11th.
• 18:30 Oranjemund mayoral charity ball at the recreational club. Tickets: N$10 for a table of ten, or N$1500 per individual ticket. This is followed by the mayoral sports day on the 5th. Info 063 233 500 or [email protected]
• 18:30 Ballet Fantasies 2022, with excerpts from Clara and The Nutcracker and other pieces at the NPS Kulturaula in Swakopmund. Tickets: Die Muschel at N$100 for adults and N$50 for children. A second show takes place on the 5th.
• 19:00 JP Kotze & Lin-Mari perform live at The Wolfshack. Tickets: N$50.
• 19:00 The MTC Windhoek Fashion Week takes place in the Maerua Mall P3 parking garage, featuring a variety of local designers. It continues on Saturday at 19:00. Tickets: N$40 via webtickets.com.na
• 19:30 Gyzie and DJ Jazzy D are on the decks at the Rehoboth showgrounds. Tickets: From N$100 via quicket.co.za
Saturday 5 November
• 08:00 The ever-popular Windhoek Boeremark / Farmer's Market takes place at the show grounds until 13:00. Entrance: N$5, children under 12 and pensioners free. Info [email protected] or 085 5551023.
• 09:00 Plastilon pop-up Christmas Market at 14 Diesel Street, Windhoek until 13:00.
• 17:00 As part of the Tsumeb Copper Festival, Ethnix, DJ Castro, One Blood and several local artists perform at the JP Radledge stadium until late. Tickets: N$30 in advance and N$50 at the gates. Info: 081 493 7680 or 081 855 5942.
• 18:00 The Golden Pair Awards take place at the Sam Nujoma stadium in Windhoek. Tickets: N$250 (general admission); N$650 (VIP) or N$1600 for 2 via webtickets.com.na
• 19:00 SA's Wicked World performs live at Sound Garden in Swakopmund.
• 18:30 Art? A live painting art show takes place at the Village Garden in Windhoek. Tickets: N$130 for general admission, or N$170 for VIP via webtickets.com.na
• 19:30 Gyzie and DJ Jazzy D are on the decks at XS Lounge. Tickets: From N$100 via quicket.co.za
Tuesday 8 November
• 08:00 The Scientific Society hosts a jumble sale with various books on different topics and genres until Friday. Opening times: 08:00 to 17:00, except Friday only until 13:00.
• 18:30 Soul Speech, an exhibition by Hage Mukwendje, opens at the National Art Gallery of Namibia and can be viewed until 25 November.
Rudi Claase / CAN Tour
Movember November with SA's Rudi Claase in support of the Cancer Association of Namibia. Performances are as follows:
• Tuesday 15 November: Die Dam, Gobabis
• Wednesday 16 November: Crocodile Farm, Otjiwarongo
• Thursday 17 November: NG Church Pionierspark, Windhoek
• Friday 18 November: Swakopmund town hall (next to Medi-Clinic)
Welcome drinks for all shows take place at 18:30 and the show starts at 19:00. Tickets: N$180 in advance via webtickets.com.na or N$250 at the doors. Limited golden circle tickets at N$350 are available for Gobabis and Otjiwarongo (50), and Windhoek and Swakopmund (100). For more info, contact [email protected] or 061 237740.
Saturday 12 November
• 08:00 The Finkenstein Bush Market takes place at the estate on the outskirts of Windhoek until 13:00.
• 09:00 Growing Local Market in Daniel Kamho Road (behind the MTC Dome) in Swakopmund until 14:00, with fresh produce, food & drinks, hand-made crafts, 2nd hand goods, art, books and entertainment. Info: WhatsApp 081 432 9291 or 081 255 0822.
• 11:11 The "fifth carnival season" is declared open with a Frühschoppen at the SKW Brauhaus beer garden.
• 18:30 Season 5 of the Voice of Namibia finals take place at Droombos in Windhoek. Tickets: N$250 via 081 333 5647.
• 19:00 Sedney Haufiku gospel show, featuring Maranatha, at the Franco-Namibian Cultural Centre. Tickets: N$120 via webtickets.com.na
Wednesday 16 November
• 19:30 As part of the Windhoek Woordfees, Amanda Strydom performs "Ongegrendel" at the NG Church Eros. Tickets: N$250 via Webtickets.com.na
Friday 18 November
• As part of the Windhoek Woordfees, Sandra Prinsloo performs "Spertyd" in the National Theatre. Tickets go on sale on 1 September.
• Join Pietman Geldenhuys & friends Inni Amphi at Midgard until the 19th, with the Radio Kalahari Orkes and Lianie May. Info: www.midgardnamibia.com
• 17:30 Spoegwolf performs at the SFC sports centre in Swakopmund. Tickets: N$300 - N$500 for general admission, and N$450 - N$700 for VIP admission via webtickets.com.na
• 18:00 Adam, Eloff and Stefan Ludik perform at the Windhoek Summer Festival taking place at Wanderers. Tickets: N$200. Info: 081 358 2299 or 081 128 2020.
Saturday 19 November
• 09:00 Early Christmas shopping at Goanikontes. Book your stall at 064 405 979/6 or [email protected]
• 18:00 Animals by Night - Wild at Heart to the benefit of the SPCA at the Goethe Institute. Live music by Vaughn Ahrens, Olivia Amupala and Riaan Smit, along with an art slam with talented artists painting live. Tickets: N$150 (early bird until 15 November) from [email protected] or N$200 at the door.
• 20:00 Emo Adams and the Take Note Band perform at the Windhoek Country Club. Tickets: N$400 for general admission and N$450 for golden circle via webtickets.com.na
Friday 25 November
• 12:00 Wine Festival at the Wine Bar & Shop, featuring 12 SA estates. Tickets: N$150 via webtickets.com.na
Saturday 26 November
• The Otjibamba Christmas Market takes place at the lodge outside Otjiwarongo, with food, clothing, gift and craft stalls. For more info, call 081 253 8387 or 081 287 7557.
• 08:30 Droombos Christmas Market until 14:30, featuring a variety of stalls for the perfect gift for someone special. For info or to book a stall, contact Meghan at [email protected]
• 5 Species Fishing Festival at Mile 4 Caravan Park, hosted by Rising Stars Christian Academy, with N$20 000 up for grabs for the biggest edible fish.
• 09:00 Jenny's Place Christmas Market, with Christmas decor, jewellery, handmade craft items, food, clothing and more until 14:00.
• 10:00 The Deep Dive seafood and wine festival takes place at the SKW in the capital.
Wednesday 30 November
• 09:00 The 7th Oranjemund Diamond Festival takes place at the rugby club until December 3rd. Info: 063 233 500
Friday 2 December
• 20:00 Award-winning South African comedian and actor Riaad Moosa performs at the Windhoek Country Club. Tickets: N$350, which includes light snacks. Limited tickets are available via the PayBuddy app.
Saturday 3 December
• 08:00 Christmas market Day at the Khomasdal Community Hall until 15:00, with food, crafts, gifts, a jumping castle and more. Book a stall at 081 257 5774.
• 08:00 Top Cheri kiddies concert and play day at the Doc Jubber fields in Windhoek. Tickets: N$50 via webtickets.com.na
5 - 10 December
• Untamed Adventures & Tours host the amazing 100km of the Namib Desert over four stages. Cost: N$6 234. Info: www.untamed.com.na; [email protected] or 081 295 3807.
Thursday 15 December
• The annual Nedbank Swakop Food Festival takes place at the Amphitheatre until the 17th.
Friday 16 December
• The Fittest in the Namib 2022, hosted by Crossfit Swakopmund and Skeleton Coast Crossfit takes place until the 17th. Participation: N$1100 per team. Info: [email protected] or 081 856 1102 or enter here: https://cutt.ly/ENTRYFITN2022
• Swakopmund Street Fair in Daniel Tjongarero Avenue. Continues until the 17th. Info: 064 410 4100.
Saturday 17 December
• The annual beach festival takes place at Langstrand. Info: Carel Rautenbach at 081 615 6718.
Thursday 23 December
• 11:00 Fact KM Rocks Fest, bringing artists, families, young entrepreneurs and SMEs together to showcase their innovative ideas through product marketing and sales, at the Katima Mulilo Sports Complex, and continues on the 24th. Tickets: N$70 - N$2 000 via webtickets.com.na
Wednesday 28 December
• The Sound of Summer concert takes place at Langstrand. Info: Carel Rautenbach at 081 615 6718.
Friday 30 December
• 17:00 Evolve presents Carnival of Flames - a fire and dance visual extravaganza at the Paintball Centre & Adventure Park in Swakopmund. Tickets: N$150 in advance or N$200 at the gate for adults, and N$75 in advance or N$100 at the gate for under 18s. Children under 12 are free. Info: Zelda at 085 746 5757.